This Pokémon was seen in early Johto. It was being researched by a Pokémon Researcher. he tried to catch it but failed. Ash however managed to successfully battle it with Pikachu and caught it. It became a very important member of Ash's team and helped him win many Gym Battles & League Matches in the Johto League. It currently spends it's time at Oak's Lab in Pallet Town